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enInvestigators Seek The Gunman's Motivation In The Chattanooga Shootinghttp://kasu.org/post/investigators-seek-gunmans-motivation-chattanooga-shooting
<div class="fullattribution">Copyright 2015 NPR. To see more, visit http://www.npr.org/.<img src="http://www.google-analytics.com/__utm.gif?utmac=UA-5828686-4&utmdt=Investigators+Seek+The+Gunman%27s+Motivation+In+The+Chattanooga+Shooting&utme=8(APIKey)9(MDA5MTYwMDQ1MDEzMzE1ODcyMjRmY2FlMA004)"/></div><p>Thu, 23 Jul 2015 10:14:00 +0000Russell Lewis62181 at http://kasu.orgFBI Still Searching For Motive In Chattanooga, Tenn., Shootingshttp://kasu.org/post/fbi-still-searching-motive-chattanooga-tenn-shootings
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<strong>Updated, 9 p.m. ET:</strong><p>In a battle between a fantastic attack and a fantastic defense, the latter prevailed, as two penalty kicks — one made, one whiffed — and a late insurance goal gave the U.S. a 2-0 win over Germany and a berth in the Women's World Cup soccer final.<p>After American forward Alex Morgan tumbled over a German defender — a foul that appeared to occur outside of the box — forward Carli Lloyd got a penalty shot past Germany's Nadine Angerer, whom the U.S.Tue, 30 Jun 2015 12:03:00 +0000Russell Lewis61243 at http://kasu.orgU.S. Topples Top-Ranked Germany 2-0 To Reach World Cup FinalU.S. Women Take Out China, Advance To World Cup Semifinalshttp://kasu.org/post/americans-back-action-tonight-world-cup-soccer
<strong>Update, 9:30 p.m. ET:</strong><p>The United States pulled out a victory against China on Friday night in the Women's World Cup, winning only 1-0 despite dominating the match.<p>Midfielder Carli Lloyd's header in the 51st minute made the difference, but the U.S. kept pressure on China all night long and had 17 shots to China's 7.<p>The strong performance came despite the Americans having to play without midfielders Megan Rapinoe and Lauren Holiday, who have been two of the teams more consistent performers during the tournament.Fri, 26 Jun 2015 12:03:00 +0000Russell Lewis61098 at http://kasu.orgU.S. Women Take Out China, Advance To World Cup SemifinalsU.S. Beats Colombia 2-0, But Will Be Shorthanded Vs. Chinahttp://kasu.org/post/us-women-face-colombia-tonight-round-16
<p>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yxJukT0ggIM</p>Mon, 22 Jun 2015 16:34:00 +0000Russell Lewis60907 at http://kasu.orgU.S. Beats Colombia 2-0, But Will Be Shorthanded Vs. ChinaU.S. Women Beat Nigeria 1-0, Win Group And Advance To Elimination Roundshttp://kasu.org/post/us-women-take-soccer-pitch-against-surprising-nigerian-team-world-cup
<strong>Updated at 12:15 p.m. ET On June 17:</strong><p>U.S. veteran Abby Wambach, making her second start of the World Cup, scored her first goal of the tournament and the 183rd of her storied international career to push the Americans past Nigeria on Tuesday in Vancouver, Canada.<p>The 1-0 victory allowed the U.S. to win Group D and advance into the elimination rounds, where they'll face another group's third-place team on Monday, followed by a possible matchup against Cameroon or China later next week.<p>The Americans dominated the match, taking twice as many shots as the Nigerians.Tue, 16 Jun 2015 21:12:00 +0000Russell Lewis60693 at http://kasu.orgU.S. Women Beat Nigeria 1-0, Win Group And Advance To Elimination RoundsNigerian Soccer Fans Really Know How To Have A Ballhttp://kasu.org/post/nigerian-soccer-fans-really-know-how-have-ball
If you watch the United States play Nigeria at the Women's World Cup tonight — kickoff is at 8 p.m. — you'll keep your eyes on the field. After all, it's an important match. A win or a tie, and the U.S. is guaranteed to advance to the knockout round. Even with a loss, the U.S. could still move on. Nigeria is the best team from Africa.<p>But maybe you should look at the stands instead.<p>Nigerian fans are an attraction in their own right.Tue, 16 Jun 2015 20:30:00 +0000Russell Lewis60683 at http://kasu.orgNigerian Soccer Fans Really Know How To Have A BallU.S. And Sweden Struggle To 0-0 Tie In Women's World Cuphttp://kasu.org/post/us-women-face-sweden-and-their-former-coach
<strong>Update, 10:10 p.m. ET:</strong><p>The U.S. and Sweden fought to a 0-0 tie in Winnipeg on Friday night — a disappointing result against the Americans' trash-talking former coach, but enough to keep them in control of their group at the Women's World Cup.<p>The U.S. struggled to maintain control in the Swedish half for much of the game, and had a hard time connecting on their longer passes forward.Fri, 12 Jun 2015 17:03:00 +0000Russell Lewis60532 at http://kasu.orgU.S. And Sweden Struggle To 0-0 Tie In Women's World CupU.S. Women Beat Australia 3-1 In Teams' Opening Match Of World Cuphttp://kasu.org/post/us-womens-world-cup-opens-tonight-against-australia
<strong>Update, 9:45 p.m. ET: </strong><p>Forward Christen Press scored in the 61st minute and Megan Rapinoe scored her second goal of the match in the 78th minute for the Americans, who beat Australia 3-1. Combined with the 1-1 tie between Sweden and Nigeria earlier on Monday, the U.S. has a strong lead in its World Cup group.<p>Rapinoe also was issued a yellow card in the second half, as was U.S. midfielder Lauren Holiday. Goalie Hope Solo had five saves.<p>The Americans' next game is against Sweden on Friday at 9 p.m. ET, followed by their last group-stage game against Nigeria at 6 p.m.Mon, 08 Jun 2015 14:37:00 +0000Russell Lewis60339 at http://kasu.orgU.S. Women Beat Australia 3-1 In Teams' Opening Match Of World CupThe One American On The Field At Today's World Cup Semifinalhttp://kasu.org/post/one-american-field-todays-world-cup-semifinal
The United States will have a presence at today's semifinal World Cup match between Brazil and Germany. It won't be the U.S. National Team on the field, but American referee Mark Geiger. FIFA selected Geiger to be on the officiating crew of the high-stakes match. It's the first time a U.S. referee has been used this late in a World Cup.<p>Earlier, Geiger made history when he officiated the knockout game between France and Nigeria on June 30. Before that, American referees had never been used beyond group play of the World Cup.Tue, 08 Jul 2014 11:59:00 +0000Russell Lewis46649 at http://kasu.orgThe One American On The Field At Today's World Cup SemifinalWant To Eat Brazilian Food At The World Cup? Please Step Outsidehttp://kasu.org/post/want-eat-brazilian-food-world-cup-please-step-outside
The stadiums of the 2014 World Cup in Brazil are all different, constructed to reflect the region. Natal's arena has a wavy beach-dune style, while the stadium in Manaus looks like a woven basket.<p>Inside those stadiums, however, you'd never know you're in Brazil. Budweiser is an official beer seller, and Coke has the soda market cornered. Other menu items include hot dogs, cheeseburgers and turkey sandwiches.Sat, 05 Jul 2014 16:49:00 +0000Russell Lewis46562 at http://kasu.orgWant To Eat Brazilian Food At The World Cup? Please Step OutsideA World Cup Surprise: Arias In The Heart Of The Amazonhttp://kasu.org/post/world-cup-surprise-arias-heart-amazon
<div class="fullattribution">Copyright 2015 NPR. To see more, visit http://www.npr.org/.<img src="http://www.google-analytics.com/__utm.gif?utmac=UA-5828686-4&utmdt=A+World+Cup+Surprise%3A+Arias+In+The+Heart+Of+The+Amazon&utme=8(APIKey)9(MDA4NDQ4MTQ1MDEzMjA3OTQ1MTBiZDI1Nw004)"/></div><p>Transcript <p>AUDIE CORNISH, HOST: <p>Of all the Brazilian cities staging games at the World Cup, none is more exotic than Manaus. It's nestled in the heart of the Amazon jungle. You can only get there by plane or boat - an unlikely place to host soccer games.Wed, 25 Jun 2014 20:15:00 +0000Russell Lewis46129 at http://kasu.orgU.S. Vs. Portugal: 'Now Is The Moment' To Show American Mettlehttp://kasu.org/post/us-vs-portugal-now-moment-show-american-mettle
The World Cup round of 16 in Brazil is taking shape.<p>Already in: Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica and the Netherlands. The big question: Will the United States join that distinguished list today?<p>The U.S. soccer team has a tough matchup against Portugal. Win, and the Americans are in. Lose or tie, and the road gets a lot tougher with next Thursday's game against Germany.<p>The U.S. is playing in the so-called "Group of Death" paired with Germany, Portugal and Ghana. Germany is No. 2 in the world.Sun, 22 Jun 2014 11:27:00 +0000Russell Lewis45951 at http://kasu.orgU.S. Vs. Portugal: 'Now Is The Moment' To Show American MettleIn Brazil, Predictions Of Doom And Gloom Give Way To Minor Annoyanceshttp://kasu.org/post/brazil-predictions-doom-and-gloom-give-way-minor-annoyances
Brazil's World Cup preparation endured some heavy criticism leading up to the games. Stadiums were still under construction, Internet connections were sketchy and transportation faced major challenges. A week into the tournament, NPR's Russell Lewis has traveled to three airports and three cities so far. He talks to Melissa Block about what has worked and what remains a challenge.Wed, 18 Jun 2014 20:32:00 +0000Russell Lewis45805 at http://kasu.orgWith Win Over Ghana, U.S. Is Off On The Right Foot In Brazilhttp://kasu.org/post/win-over-ghana-us-right-foot-brazil
On Monday night, the U.S. soccer team accomplished a feat it failed to achieve in the past two World Cups: beat Ghana. With a 2-1 victory, the Americans position themselves well for the games to come.Tue, 17 Jun 2014 00:20:00 +0000Russell Lewis45712 at http://kasu.orgU.S. To Face Ghana As 'Group Of Death' Play Beginshttp://kasu.org/post/us-face-ghana-group-death-play-begins
It's day five of the World Cup in Brazil. But it's the most important day for the U.S. men's soccer team — it's game day.<p>Tonight at 6 p.m. ET, the U.S. opens World Cup play squaring off against Ghana in the seaside city of Natal. The tiny African country is not particularly a soccer powerhouse. But Ghana has vexed the U.S.Mon, 16 Jun 2014 16:08:00 +0000Russell Lewis45683 at http://kasu.orgU.S. To Face Ghana As 'Group Of Death' Play BeginsScott Carpenter, Second US Astronaut To Orbit Earth, Dieshttp://kasu.org/post/scott-carpenter-second-us-astronaut-orbit-earth-dies
Transcript <p>MELISSA BLOCK, HOST: <p>From NPR News, this is ALL THINGS CONSIDERED. I'm Melissa Block.<p>ROBERT SIEGEL, HOST: <p>And I'm Robert Siegel.<p>One of America's first astronauts has died. Scott Carpenter was part of the original Project Mercury team and he was the second American to orbit the Earth. Carpenter died this morning in Denver after complications from a stroke. He was 88 years old.Thu, 10 Oct 2013 21:45:00 +0000Russell Lewis35319 at http://kasu.orgMinor Leaguer Takes Mature Strides To Become Better http://kasu.org/post/minor-leaguer-takes-mature-strides-become-better
Tyler Saladino is one of thousands of minor league baseball players hoping to make it to the major leagues. He plays in Alabama for the Birmingham Barons, the AA affiliate of the Chicago White Sox. Last year, <a href="http://www.npr.org/2012/06/14/154929453/a-minor-leaguers-life-bats-games-and-a-nickname%20">NPR profiled Saladino</a>. But since then, maybe things have changed for the 23-year-old infielder.<p>One of the biggest changes this year is where the Barons and Saladino play.Wed, 12 Jun 2013 07:27:00 +0000Russell Lewis29820 at http://kasu.orgMinor Leaguer Takes Mature Strides To Become Better Old Newspapers Shed New Light On Emmett Till Murderhttp://kasu.org/post/archival-find-could-shed-new-light-emmett-till-murder
New details about one of Mississippi's most infamous murders are coming to light — more than a half-century later. The death of Emmett Till, a 14-year-old black boy who allegedly whistled at a white woman, helped spark the civil rights movement.<p>Till lived in Chicago, and was visiting his relatives in the Mississippi Delta when he was murdered. His body was mutilated and dumped into a river. The accused were the woman's husband and her half-brother, and their trial drew reporters from both the white and black press.<p>Researchers have long studied the court proceedings.Sun, 31 Mar 2013 09:39:00 +0000Russell Lewis26386 at http://kasu.orgOld Newspapers Shed New Light On Emmett Till MurderIn Alaska's Iditarod Sled Race, Vets Are A Dog's Best Friend http://kasu.org/post/alaskas-iditarod-sled-race-vets-are-dogs-best-friend
In Anchorage, Alaska, on Saturday, the "Last Great Race on Earth" begins.<p>Sixty-seven sled dog teams will start the 998-mile Iditarod race across the barren, frigid and unforgiving land. In this year's competition, there are a handful of first-time racers — but those aren't the only rookies.<p>One is veterinarian Greg Reppas, whose job is to ensure the dogs are healthy throughout the race.<p>Days before the race, Reppas squats in a snowdrift in Wasilla and checks out Leo, one of the 16 dogs on this team that will start the Iditarod.Sat, 02 Mar 2013 11:05:00 +0000Russell Lewis25132 at http://kasu.orgIn Alaska's Iditarod Sled Race, Vets Are A Dog's Best Friend A Father Humbled By The Too-Short Life Of His Daughterhttp://kasu.org/post/father-humbled-too-short-life-his-daughter
<p>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A4rwdriJpkc</p>Sun, 16 Dec 2012 13:11:00 +0000Russell Lewis21956 at http://kasu.orgA Father Humbled By The Too-Short Life Of His DaughterWearing Helmets In Tornadoes Gains Momentumhttp://kasu.org/post/wearing-helmets-tornadoes-gains-momentum
Months after safety advocates embraced wearing helmets during tornadoes — the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has <a href="http://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2012/s0503_helmets_tornadoes.html">issued guidelines</a> on the practice. The CDC says there's not yet enough scientific evidence to fully endorse the idea.Sat, 12 May 2012 10:19:00 +0000Russell Lewis11693 at http://kasu.orgWearing Helmets In Tornadoes Gains MomentumCan Helmets Cut Tornado Deaths? CDC Isn't So Surehttp://kasu.org/post/can-helmets-cut-tornado-deaths-cdc-isnt-so-sure
<p>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Njt1kIToQD0</p>Fri, 27 Apr 2012 06:48:00 +0000Russell Lewis10941 at http://kasu.orgCan Helmets Cut Tornado Deaths? CDC Isn't So SureTornado Tech: What If Dorothy Had A Smartphone?http://kasu.org/post/tornado-tech-what-if-dorothy-had-smartphone
For many, the only way they learn a tornado is approaching are sirens. In the spring and summer, tornado sirens go off a lot more when twisters roar across Alabama, which has been hit by 900 since 2000, accounting for a quarter of all U.S.Tue, 13 Mar 2012 20:58:00 +0000Russell Lewis8688 at http://kasu.orgTornado Tech: What If Dorothy Had A Smartphone?In South, GOP Voters Balance Faith, Defeating Obamahttp://kasu.org/post/romneys-rivals-try-woo-undecided-southern-voters
It's election day Tuesday — this time in the Deep South as voters in Alabama and Mississippi head to the polls. GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney spent some time campaigning in the two states while Rick Santorum and Newt Gingrich blanketed the region. And Santorum and Gingrich met at a forum Monday night in Birmingham in a last-minute effort to woo undecided voters.<p>The setting couldn't have been more picturesque: the stately Alabama Theater in downtown Birmingham.Tue, 13 Mar 2012 08:00:00 +0000Russell Lewis8648 at http://kasu.orgIn South, GOP Voters Balance Faith, Defeating Obama